1956 Simca Oceane vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | Oceane | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3505 mm |
